If you refer to the link above, one of the 9 dogs who were supposedly vaccinated on 14th February was not vaccinated as she was found with a gaping wound on her body. So, only 8 dogs were vaccinated that day and we left the payment for one vaccination to be forwarded to the next dog or for the booster for one of the 8 dogs.
The other dog who was not vaccinated with the rest is the one who was limping while at the pound and was really quiet. He was found to be ill and he was treated and given antibiotics while at PAWS (under the SAPP).
I visited the 10 dogs at PAWS yesterday and was glad to see that the dog under antibiotics is now well and healthy! He was hence vaccinated yesterday.
He was barking cheerfully and standing up!
We sponsored his vaccination (using the forwarded payment made on 14th Feb).
So here’s the thing: Normally, when rescuers say they have failed to rehome their rescued animals and ask for a place to surrender the animals to, I would first suggest the no-kill shelters (which are usually all full to the brim) and the last option would be PAWS. Why a last option? That’s because PAWS has a euthanasia policy for animals who are (1) too young (below 8 weeks), (2) too old (above 5 years), (3) sick or (4) aggressive. However, many rescuers quickly jump to the conclusion that the shelter will put down the animal and they wish to hear no more.
But the above dog is a good example where PAWS does not simply put down all sick animals. They also treat, if they are able to treat the animal, but of course, they will advise the rescuer whether the animal will be treated or not, so that the rescuer can then decide whether to surrender or not.
Just yesterday, a lady called me asking me if anyone would be able to take over her cats. She had tried the adoption portals and she said the no-kill shelters were not able to take in her cats. I said she could enquire at PAWS and she immediately said, “No, they will put down.” Actually, as far as I was told, the rehoming rate of cats at PAWS is good and they have the largest cattery in Malaysia, so they have plenty of space for cats.
It’s actually better to go the shelter and find out the facts for oneself rather than rely on hearsay.
Now, let’s get back to the 10 rescued pound dogs.
There were 13 rescued dogs initially. One escaped, two were elderly and looked sickly, so Eugene brought both out to a private vet. The prognoses were good for both and Eugene is currently fostering both. This leaves 10 under the SAPP. My friends and I sponsored their first month’s stay at PAWS under the SAPP and we will sponsor another month’s stay for 8 of the dogs while Eugene will sponsor the other two. After this, all 10 dogs will be under Eugene’s responsibility. This had been agreed right from the start.
AnimalCare will cover the 10 dogs’ neutering and 2 vaccinations.
Here are photos of the 8 dogs who will soon receive their booster. All of them are healthy and doing well.
And below is the one with the gaping wound. I had a chat with the vet who was attending to her yesterday and the vet said the wound is located at a spot which is difficult to heal.
She is wearing a collar to prevent her from biting the wound. But she is certainly very strong and robust! Hope she gets well soon!
P.S. One of our readers will be donating canned food as a special treat for these 10 rescued pound dogs.